Western Honey Bee (Apis mellifera) workers, group at nest entrance, nesting in Thames Water hydrant chamber
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Western Honey Bee (Apis mellifera) workers, group at nest entrance, nesting in Thames Water hydrant chamber
Western Honey Bee (Apis mellifera) workers, group at nest entrance, nesting in Thames Water hydrant chamber, extremely unusual behaviour as honey bees don t nest underground because of risk of flooding, Crossness Nature Reserve, Bexley, Kent, England, july
FLPA images of Wildlife and nature
Media ID 7482273
© FLPA/Dave Pressland
Bees Bexley Borough Chamber Chambers Crossness Greater London Ground Honey Bee Honey Bees Kent Nest Nesting Nests Under Ground Unusual Worker Workers Hydrant Hydrants Reserves
Buzzing with Excitement - Honey Bees Take Underground Living to a Whole New Level!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this photo print, we witness an extraordinary sight that has left both nature enthusiasts and bee experts scratching their heads. A group of Western Honey Bee workers, known for their industriousness above ground, have taken up residence in the most unexpected place – a Thames Water hydrant chamber at Crossness Nature Reserve in Bexley, Kent. This peculiar behavior is causing quite the buzz among scientists as honey bees typically avoid nesting underground due to the risk of flooding. But these adventurous insects seem to have thrown caution to the wind and embraced subterranean living like true pioneers! Captured by FLPA photographer Dave Pressland, this snapshot showcases the resilience and adaptability of these remarkable creatures. With summer in full swing, it seems our buzzing buddies are not afraid to explore new frontiers right beneath our feet. As they diligently guard their nest entrance within the confines of Greater London's bustling boroughs, one can't help but marvel at their tenacity. These hardworking adult worker bees demonstrate that even in an urban jungle like England's capital city, wild life finds a way to thrive. So next time you stumble upon a seemingly ordinary water hydrant chamber on your daily stroll through Bexley or any other corner of Britain, remember that hidden beneath its surface might just be an enchanting world where honey bees dare to defy convention!
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